Keswick is located in the Northern Lake District, 16 miles West of Penrith and 30 miles South of Carlisle. The town is situated at the foot of the Skiddaw mountain range and at the Northern end of Derwentwater, the widest lake in the Lake District. Located within the Lake District National Park, a stay in Keswick could be an excellent choice for a cottage holiday.
Information on Cottage Holidays in Keswick
The town attracts a wide range of visitors who enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the area. There are variety of shops, restaurants, cafes and galleries, a cinema, leisure centre, museum and famous theatre. There are also some stunning parks, a nearby golf course and the nearby lake where you can hire rowing boats or take the launch.
Keswick is a haven for walkers who visit the beautiful town as a base for some of the best and most famous walks in England. Most visitors travel down Borrowdale Valley which is the most direct route to ascend Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England, but there are a variety of walks suitable for all abilities.
Keswick is a treat for the whole family - there are activities for children, for those who enjoy sports and for those who just want to relax. You can wander around the town looking round the shops or a short drive will take you to nearby Lakeland villages, valleys, lakes and passes. This is also a great location from which to discover some of the best of what the Lake District has to offer. Whether you are searching for a romantic cottage for two or a large family cottage we trust that you’ll enjoy browsing through the available choices that we have to offer.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Keswick, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Cumbria.